The new arrangements will initially cover: • Residential care for older people • Nursing care for older people • Respite care • Discharge to Assess (D2A) provision We are also working with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to explore opportunities for greater integration within the new contractual arrangements. ICB involvement will be subject to completion and approval of the relevant internal governance processes.

Procurement Act 2023

Light touch

North Northamptonshire Council is pleased to invite care home providers to our first online market engagement event as we begin the recommissioning of our Residential and Nursing Care Services for Older People. This engagement event is an important opportunity for providers to hear about our emerging plans for the recommissioning, understand the proposed direction of travel and provide feedback to help inform the development of the new service and contractual arrangements. The session will provide an overview of the proposed approach, including the scope of the new contract, anticipated commissioning intentions and procurement process. There will also be an opportunity for providers to ask questions and share their views. We would strongly encourage existing and prospective providers to attend and contribute to the development of the future residential and nursing care offer across North Northamptonshire. Further information regarding the procurement timetable and next steps will be shared as the recommissioning progresses. Online Market Engagement Event Date: Tuesday 20 October 2026 Format: Microsoft Teams Time: 11am – 12.30 pm Teams link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/355101186766338?p=ifHgaNPoFNYQ7c2Kbb